Conquer the Darkness: Exploring The Narrows Dark Maze in Havelock, NC
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
10 minutes
Fitness Level
Good basic fitness recommended due to confined spaces and standing during the experience.
Overview
Ready for a challenge unlike any other? The Narrows Dark Maze in Havelock, NC, plunges you into total darkness where your senses guide you through narrow, eerie passages. Discover why this pitch-black maze is a must-try for thrill seekers this Halloween season.
The Narrows Dark Maze
Pitch-Black Claustrophobic Maze!
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About This Adventure
Embark on a thrilling adventure through "The Narrows," a pitch-black indoor attraction where your sense of touch is your only guide. Navigate narrow passages filled with eerie remnants of forgotten factory workers. Experience the ultimate in fear and excitement as you confront the darkness—can you make it to the end?
Returning for 2024!
Purchase a ticket to journey into the pitch-black darkness of "The Narrows"... can you make it to the end?
Using your sense of touch, you must navigate through the narrow passages behind the Mausoleum walls, where the decaying remains of long forgotten Factory workers now reside...
No Lights Allowed! This is a completely pitch-black indoor attraction!
"The Narrows" is a separate attraction and does not include admission to the Nightmare Factory Haunted Attraction.
⏳Save Time, Purchase Online!
Skip the ticket line and purchase tickets online using credit or Apple/Google Pay!
Or buy tickets on-site at the Ticket Booth, during operating hours, with Cash, Credit, or Apple/Google Pay.
🎟️Choose Your Ticket Type:
General Admission Tickets
- We utilize timed ticketing to reduce wait times.
- The busiest dates are the last 2 weekends of October.
- The busiest times are nightly between 9 and 11 pm.
- When purchasing, select the time you will arrive and enter the queue line. The time selected is not a guaranteed entrance time.
- To reduce wait: attend on an earlier date, at an earlier/later time, or purchase a Fast Pass ticket.
Fast Pass Tickets
- Skip the General Admission line by purchasing a Fast Pass ticket.
🗓️ Dates & Times:
Open Friday & Saturday nights from September 27 to November 2, 2024, and Thursday, October 31 for Halloween.
Open 7:00 PM until 12:00 AM. We stay open until all ticketed customers enter the attraction.
- PG-13 experience: 7 to 9 pm
- Rated R experience: After 9 pm, the monsters can use adult language and they can lightly touch to enhance the scares. Recommended for ages 16+.
❓More Info:
- Best for ages 13+. Guests under 13 must be accompanied by an adult.
- No age restrictions or ID required for “Rated R” experience.
- Print your ticket or use your mobile phone for entry.
- You will enter the queue line at your selected time.
Adventure Tips
Arrive Early or Late to Avoid Lines
The busiest times are between 9 and 11 pm—consider visiting earlier or later to minimize wait times.
No Lights Allowed
Bring no flashlights or phones inside; navigating purely by touch heightens the experience.
Prepare for Claustrophobic Spaces
The maze features tight, narrow passages—those with claustrophobia should be cautious.
Wear Comfortable Shoes
Sturdy, closed-toe shoes help you move safely through uneven indoor terrain.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Great Blue Heron
- Eastern Box Turtle
History
Havelock's past as a factory town and military base influences the maze's haunting theme, reflecting local industrial heritage.
Conservation
The attraction minimizes environmental impact by operating year-round indoors, reducing outdoor disturbance during peak wildlife seasons.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Comfortable, Closed-Toe Shoes
Provides stability and protection while navigating the maze's confined pathways.
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Light Jacket or Hoodie
Indoor temperatures can be cool; layering ensures comfort during wait times.
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Printed or Mobile Ticket
Streamlines entry via timed ticketing and avoids delays.
Small Backpack or Fanny Pack
Keeps personal items secure since you cannot carry lights or loose accessories inside.